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For more information, call the center at 570-788-4881 weekdays between 9 and 11 a.m. and noon and 1 p.m.

- Conyngham TOPS 1013 meets every Thursday at Christ United Church of Christ, Main Street.

Weigh-in at 6 p.m. is followed by a brief meeting and program. New members are welcome.

- The St. John Bosco Book Club will meet Oct. 27 at 12:30 p.m. at Tom's Kitchen, Route 93.

The selection for this month is "The Children of Men," by P.D. James.

All are welcome to any of the meetings.

For more information, email lance.enama@gmail .com or call Arlene Stagg at 570-788-3643.

- The Valley branch of the Hazleton Area Public Library will hold a Halloween party for children from kindergarten up on Oct. 28 from 6 to 7 p.m.

The children will be decorating pumpkins and watching a classic Halloween movie.

To register, stop in at the library or call 570-788-1339.

- The annual apple festival, hosted by Christ Lutheran Church, Main Street, Conyngham, will be a one-day event this year and will be held Saturday.

Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. for the Trash to Treasure flea market and antique sale and continue throughout the day until 4:30 p.m.

The festival will feature hand-made crafts, including baskets, carved wood items, Christmas ornaments, gourds and quilted items, including banners, gift bags and children's purses. The crafts are made by the members of the church as a year-long project. Other items include gift ideas, pillows, aprons and much more.

Also available throughout the day will be tricky trays, a bake sale and homemade foods, including soups, haluski, barbecue, pulled beef, peppers and sausage, roasted chicken sandwiches, and apple dumplings, pies, cakes and apple butter and much more. There will also be an Amish-made hand-made quilt raffle.

Proceeds are donated to the Valley Food Pantry, Valley Vets, disaster relief, the American Red Cross and church outreach programs.

For more information, call 570-788-4219 or 570-788-1572.

Frackville

- Diakon Community Services for Seniors is accepting registrations for "Living a Healthy Life," a six-week workshop designed by Stanford University to help improve health for those living with chronic conditions including, but not limited to, diabetes, heart disease, COPD and arthritis.

The workshops will be held at the Schuylkill Mall community room from 9:30 a.m. to noon on the following dates: Nov. 5, 12, 19 and 26 and Dec. 3 and 10.

This chronic disease self-management program, geared to those 50 years and older, is designed to help improve healthy behavior and health status and decrease days spent in the hospital.

It is being offered through the PrimeTime Health program at no charge and includes all course materials, books, and CDs.

Space is limited, with pre-registration required by Nov. 1.

For more information or to register, call 570-624-3017.

Freeland

- An arts and music fest will be held Saturday from 2 to 10 p.m. at the Freeland Entertainment Center, 526 Fern St., Freeland.

Artists, crafters, musicians, food and drink will be available. This will be an all-ages event (alcoholic drinks will only be served to attendees 21 years old or older).

Admission is $10. Children 12 years old or younger will be admitted free.

For more information, visit www.facebook.com/goprojectshine/events.

- The Freeland Municipal Water and Sewer Authority will hold a work session today at 6:30 p.m. at the authority office, 711 Birkbeck St.

The regular meeting will follow the work session at 7 p.m.

- Pinktoberfest will be held at The Other Side on Saturday at 6 p.m.

Anyone wearing pink will receive a free drink.

There will also be entertainment and specials.

All proceeds will benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Donations are accepted at any time.

- The Freeland American Legion Home Association will meet Thursday at the post home.

Officers will meet at 6:30 p.m. and the regular membership at 7 p.m.

All members are urged to attend. Michael Ackerman, president, will preside.

- St. Michael's Church is sponsoring a walk-in holupki dinner at the recreation center on Oct. 22 from 3 to 7 p.m. or until sold out.

The meal is takeout only and consists of holupki, mashed potatoes, vegetable, bread, and dessert at a cost of $8 per platter.

For more information, call 570-636-0697.

- The Little Free Library book giveaway is here.

This month is special for the Little Free Library. Oct. 26 is Safe Trick or Treat and also the Grand Halloween Book Give Away. Stop by the tents at Martin's Square and along with your treat, you may pick out a free book.

There will also be an adult table. Hundreds of books will be available for the children.

- Freeland Park United Methodist Church is taking orders for its annual holiday nut roll, poppy seed, (with or without raisins) and a large variety of fruit rolls (with or without cheese).

These overstuffed rolls come in 23 different varieties and can be ordered until Nov. 5.

They can be picked up at the rear of the church at 608 Main St. on Dec. 19 or delivery can be requested.

To order, call Barbara at Designs Unlimited at 570-636-2497 or 570-636-2784 or contact a member of the church.

- St. Michael's Church is planning a community indoor yard sale for Nov. 9 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the recreation center.

Tables are available to rent for $10 per single and $18 per double.

Vendors may sell anything except food items.

Refreshments will be available for sale in the kitchen.

For more information or to reserve a space, call 570-636-0697.

- The Freeland VFW will be selling Gleen Cleaning Cloths for $5.

Proceeds of these sales will go to the stolen grave markers. The cloths were donated by Jim Laputka.

- VFW Post 5010 social dues for 2014 are now payable. Dues are $10.

Payment must be made on or before Dec. 31, no exceptions.

- St. John's Reformed UCC, Washington Street, Freeland, will host an Election Day luncheon on Nov. 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The menu includes chicken soup with homemade noodles and a choice of a barbecue or a hot dog (with or without sauerkraut), dessert and a beverage.

Tickets are $7 for adults, $5 for children 6 to 10 years old and free for children under 5 years old.

Tickets can be purchased from any church member. A limited amount of tickets will sold at the door. Takeouts will be available.

The event will also feature a bake sale, tricky trays and a money tree.

Any member, family or friend who would like donate a tricky tray can call Earlene at 570-636-1923 or Ruth 570-636-2256.

Those attending should use the Chestnut Street entrance. A stair lift is available if needed.

All proceeds will benefit the oil fund.

- The Freeland Church Basketball League will hold a coaches meeting today at 8:15 p.m.

All interested coaches and volunteers should plan to attend.

For more information, contact the Freeland YMCA at 570-636-3640.

- The Freeland Whippets will be collecting cheerleader uniforms on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at Della Croce Field.

All uniforms must be washed and in the same condition in which they were received.

- The Freeland Area Support Team will meet today at The Other Side Restaurant.

Dinner will be at 6:30 p.m. with the regular meeting to begin at 8 p.m.

The order of business will include preparations for the annual Christmas show trip to Lancaster, a report on the annual holiday raffle fundraiser, selecting a date for the installation of downtown Christmas lighting display, participation in the annual Safe Trick-or-Treat project, an update on the gazebo landscaping project, and a report on the status of the FAST nonprofit status.

Approval will be given for donations to the Freeland YMCA 5K Walk Run and to the Freeland Fire Department.

- The Freeland American Legion Riders will meet Sunday at 2 p.m.

Weather permitting, a ride will follow.

- Just Us will be playing at the Jeddo Stars today from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.

The kitchen will be open.

Hazleton

- The Ss. Cyril & Methodius Parish Holy Name Society will hold a potato cake and fried pirohy sale on Friday from 11 a.m. until sold out in the church cafeteria, North Laurel Street, Hazleton.

Food will be available for takeout only. Anyone attending should bring their own containers.

Potato cakes cost $1 for one or $5 for six. Fried pirohy are three for $2.

For more information, call 570-454-0462.

- A Halloween pet parade will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. in the JCPenney wing of the Laurel Mall.

Owners should dress their pets in a costume of choice. There will be prizes and pet treats awarded to the best dressed.

Ten games with cash prizes and raffle Prizes between Games+ Food Available!

Admission: One Bingo Packet for $3.00 and two for $5.00

Everyone is welcome to join the Trinity Community for a "Gouhlish Good Time!"

Sugarloaf

- An all-you-can-eat breakfast will be held Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon at the Sugarloaf Fire Company, West County Road, Sugarloaf.

The menu will include pancakes, French toast, home fries, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, toast, fruit and beverage.

Cost is $7 for adults, $4 for children 5 to 10 years old and free for children under 5 years old.

Takeouts will be available.

Proceeds will benefit the fire company.

Tamaqua

- The Coalcracker Barbershop Chorus will host an open house on Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Tamaqua Community Art Center, 125 Pine St.

Originating in Mahanoy City back in 1950, the group moved to Barnesville and has now made Tamaqua Community Art Center its home for practices on Mondays from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

The chorus has been bringing musical joy to countless individuals and organizations for more than 60 years and welcomes new members of both men and women.

This free event invites people of all ages who like to sing to join them as they provide entertainment and demonstrations of a cappella four-part close harmony singing in the barbershop style.

- The Tamaqua Area Community Theatre is looking for young people between 6 and 21 years old to audition a production of "Toy School!"

Auditions will be held Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Tamaqua Community Art Center, 125 Pine St., Tamaqua.

The show's premise is that Santa just does not make toys and deliver them. Toys aren't ready for Christmas until they have learned how to be toys.

Going to school and graduating is an important process before they can be carefully placed in the hands of little boys and girls.

The show will place an importance on education in addition to hosting lessons for the toys and audience, such as overcoming fears and weaknesses while developing self-confidence, persevering through challenges and discovering how to believe in ourselves as well as others by building friendships.

Those auditioning are asked to bring with them a prepared monologue. One can be provided if needed.

No prior acting or stage experience is necessary.

In addition, those in charge are looking for anyone willing to help prepare sets and operate lighting during practices and the show.

For more information, call Zane Bachert at 570-590-7621 or the art center at 570-668-1192.

Tresckow

- Tresckow Fire Co. is having a Halloween party on Oct.27 at 1:00 pm for all members and Bankstownship children up to 11 years old at the social hall .Sign up sheets are at the fire house and GJ.

Weatherly

- There will not be a Weatherly Borough Council workshop meeting today.

- The Salem United Church of Christ consistory will meet today at 6 p.m. at the church.

- American Legion Auxiliary Unit 360,Weatherly, will hold its monthly meeting Monday at 7 p.m. at the post home.

Plans for the Veterans Day dinner will be finalized and plans for the upcoming holiday Chinese auction and visit with Santa will also be discussed.

All members are urged to attend.

- Centenary United Methodist Church will hold an unbaked pizza sale on Oct. 25 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m.

Pizzas are $8 for cheese and $9 for either pepperoni or extra cheese.

To order, call Joyce at 570-427-8987, Joan at 570-427-8222, or the church at 570-427-8091 and leave a message.

The deadline to order is Sunday.

Help to prepare for the sale will be needed on Oct. 24 at 6 p.m. at the church and on Oct. 25 at 8 a.m. to assemble the pizzas.

- The Weatherly Area High School freshmen class is selling Florida Indian River Groves Citrus in 10- or 20-pound boxes.

Cost of a 10-pound box is $21 and a 20-pound box is $28.

Choices are navel oranges, grapefruit, tangelos or a mix of grapefruit and naval.

All money and orders are due byÂ Oct. 24 and delivery will be the week ofÂ Nov. 18.

Orders may be placed with any freshman or by contacting Michele Gower atÂ 570-956-8032Â or Jennifer Coxe atÂ 570-582-7226.

Checks should be made payable to WAHS Class of 2017.

- Our Lady of Lourdes will hold a special finance committee meeting to review the snow plow bids, on Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. in the church hall.

- The Weatherly Lions Club will hold its annual pumpkin-carving festival onÂ Oct. 26 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Tweedle Park.

There will be a pumpkin-carving contest, candy scramble, scavenger hunt, prizes, games and aÂ bake sale. Food will also be available for purchase.

Vendors interested in being a part of the festival may contact Shannon Sotack atÂ 570-401-8599.

- The Weatherly Area High School class of 2014 will hold the Goblin Games onÂ Oct. 26 at 5 p.m.

Admission is $2. Students will be free.

Two games will be played, the first pitting the seniors against Weatherly Area School District teachers and the second game will have them up against their parents.

There will be a sign-up sheet in the high school office.

Food and drink donations are needed for the food stand.

Those unable to play in the games can help in other areas.

Those willing to help or donate can call Kathy at 570-443-7420 or Lori at 570-427-9824.

- Zion's Lutheran Church, 335 Fell St., Weatherly, will present a series of Bible study programs about the prophecies and the birth of Christ.

George Frederick Handel's oratorio "Messiah" will be used as a resource for this program.

The programs will be held on Nov. 6 and 13Â andÂ Dec. 4 and 11Â atÂ 7 p.m.Â in the parish house.

Participants are asked to bring a Bible in which they can highlight verses and make notes. Other materials will be provided as needed.Â Â

The presentations are multi-media using visual and musical examples to study the Advent and the Birth of Christ.

This is a free ministry of Zion's and is open to the public.Â Barry Gangwer will lead the sessions.

For more information or to register, call the Zion's Church office atÂ 570-427-4113Â or Gangwer atÂ 570-427-4812.

Space is limited.

- The Weatherly Area middle and high school bands and choruses will host an Applebee's flap jack fundraiser onÂ Nov. 16 from 8 to 10 a.m.Â at Applebee's, Weis Lane, West Hazleton.

Tickets are $6 for adults and $5 for children 12 years or younger.

Tickets may be purchased from any band or chorus member, or by calling band and chorus directors Shannon Shughart atÂ 570-427-8521 and Amanda Derr atÂ 570-427-8689,Â or Donnell Stump, secretary, atÂ 570-579-8801.

Any band or chorus member or parent or guardian who would like tickets to sell may also contact Stump.

Students are raising funds for performance and cultural trips this year, including attending a Blue Man Group concert, singing at a Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins' hockey game and a trip to New York City to see a Broadway show.

- The Weatherly Area High School sophomore class is selling wreaths for holiday decorating.

Wreaths are 12-inch rings and come with pine cones and holly berries attached, with either a red or a maroon bow and are $20 each.

Orders with payment are due Nov. 22 with delivery onÂ Dec. 5.

Checks may be made payable to the WAHS Class of 2016.

For more information or to order, call Missy Isom atÂ 570-582-7196Â or Cathy Moon atÂ 570-427-8840.

- The Weatherly Area Community Library is selling rainbow bracelets at $1 each.

Featured colors are those of the Weatherly Wreckers, Pittsburgh Steelers, Philadelphia Eagles and other bright colors.

Bracelets may be purchased at the library during regular library hours.

- The following books were donated to the Weatherly Area Elementary/Middle School libraryÂ in memory of Dorothy V. Lutz:

"A Backyard Flower Garden for Kids,"Â by Amie Jane Leavitt from Mike and Mary Ziegler;Â "Of Flowers and Shadows,"Â by Anna Kirwan from Beth Dolinsky; "Design Your Own Butterfly Garden,"Â by Susan Sales Harkins from the Lenhardt family, andÂ "Martha Says It With Flowers,"Â by Susan Meddaugh from Barbara Adams.

- The following books were donated to the Weatherly Area Elementary/Middle School library in memory of Gerald E. Hittinger:

"Vehicles of World War II,"Â by Eric Fein from Mike and Mary Ziegler;Â "Hunting Rabbits,"Â by Hines Lambert from Jane and Michael Leib;Â "You Wouldn't Want to be a Secret Agent in World War II,"Â by John Malam from Barbara Adams.Â Cody Lenhardt donatedÂ "A Backyard Vegetable Garden for Kids,"Â by Amie Jane Leavitt, to the library in memory of Joan Blust.

White Haven

- A block shoot sponsored by the White Haven VFW 6615 auxiliary will be held Saturday at 11 a.m.

A house gun is available for use.

Hams, steaks and pork loins will be awarded. Food and refreshments will be available for sale.

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